DMC 349 Dark Coral
DMC 349 Dark Coral is a Reds family embroidery floss with on-screen hex value
#D24545 and RGB 210, 69, 69. The closest substitute is DMC 321 Red.
Color values
| DMC code | 349 |
|---|---|
| Name | Dark Coral |
| Range | DMC Stranded Cotton (Mouliné Spécial 117) |
| Hex | #D24545 |
| RGB | 210, 69, 69 |
| HSL | 0°, 61%, 55% |
Hex and RGB values describe how the thread renders on screen; dye lots and lighting make real floss vary slightly.
Closest DMC substitutes
| Substitute | Details | Closeness |
|---|---|---|
| 321 Red | View color | Close |
| 347 Very Dark Salmon | View color | Close |
| 350 Medium Coral | View color | Close |
| 22 Alizarin | View color | Close |
| 304 Medium Red | View color | Close |
| 498 Dark Red | View color | Similar |
Ratings use perceptual CIELAB color distance, the same math as the DMC color matcher. Compare physical skeins in daylight before substituting in large areas.
How to use DMC 349 in patterns
Dark Coral sits in the Reds family and works as a warm accent color. It is a natural fit for flowers, hearts, berries, lettering, and holiday details, and for small focal points that need strong contrast.
- Pairs well with deep neutrals, soft pinks, cream backgrounds.
- Pattern ideas: rose motifs, Valentine designs, Christmas ornaments.
- Also useful for warm shadows in portraits and gift patterns.
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